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Training and development – your organization needs a plan!

January 20, 2015 Marcia Scheffler Accessibility Standards, Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Integrated Accessibility Regulation, Training and Development, Union Relations

Training employees is a compliance issue—even if your organization is not in Quebec. In Quebec organizations are legislated to direct 1 percent of total payroll to be allocated to eligible training costs.

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Weighing the merits of a sound accident/incident prevention program

November 18, 2013 Amery Boyer Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Penalties and Fines

The Nova Scotia government website publishes information on employer convictions under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations. For 2012-2013, there are 9 convictions listed to date. They include fines ranging from $1,500.00 to $77,600 plus a $5,000 alternative fine:

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The importance of first aid in the workplace

February 15, 2011 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor Health and Safety, Human Resources

Although all jurisdictions in Canada require workplaces to provide a first aid kit, first-aid attendant and training, many small to medium-sized businesses are still not complying with the law. Employers need to remember that many potential situations or medical emergencies can occur in the workplace that have the potential to cause injuries and fatalities.

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